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IDC PlanScape: Validation of Open Source Software Sources

Publisher IDC
Published Jul 09, 2025
Length 11 Pages
SKU # IDC20188413

Description

This IDC PlanScape looks into the security aspect that enterprises should take into account when evaluating open source software sources used in their in-house projects."While there is no way to guarantee that open source code (or any code, for that matter) will be free of security vulnerabilities and risks, these practices can help enterprises make informed decisions that allow them to maximize their ability to benefit from open source software while minimizing the potential security risks it poses," says Christopher Tozzi, adjunct research advisor with IDC's IT Executive Programs (IEP).

Table of Contents

11 Pages

IDC PlanScape Figure

Executive Summary

Why Is Validation of Open Source Software Sources Important?

What Is Validation of Open Source Software Sources?

Who Are the Key Stakeholders?

How Can My Organization Take Advantage of Validation of Open Source Software Sources?

Security Vulnerability Statistics

Mean Time to Remediate Vulnerabilities

Open Source Project Activity

Open Source Project Size

Open Source Contributor Identity

Code Hosting Platform Choice

Code Quality

Security Automations

Commercial Support Options

Advice for Technology Buyers

Related Research

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